King James Version
Psalms 18:40 in the King James Version says “Thou hast also given me the necks of mine enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.” — study this verse from Psalms chapter 18 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Thou hast also given me the necks of mine enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.”
Psalms 18:40 · KJV
I have wounded them that they were not able to rise: they are fallen under my feet.
For thou hast girded me with strength unto the battle: thou hast subdued under me those that rose up against me. subdued: Heb. caused to bow
Thou hast also given me the necks of mine enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.
They cried, but there was none to save them: even unto the LORD, but he answered them not.
Then did I beat them small as the dust before the wind: I did cast them out as the dirt in the streets.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“Thou hast also given”
H5414to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
“me the necks”
H6203the nape or back of the neck (as declining); hence, the back generally (whether literal or figurative)
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